ALTERNATIVES TO PAPER TOWEL
ALTERNATIVES TO PAPER TOWEL
When we start making changes in an eco-friendly lifestyle, then the easiest way is to stop using paper towels for daily purposes............... Some impacts of paper towel encourage us to stop its use.
- Paper towels can be recycled. It means 6 million paper towels are converted into landfills.
- It causes cutting of 110 million trees per year which is adversely affected our natural atmosphere.
- Cost issues are great demands.
So to avoid this, alternatives to paper towels can e used that have the same functioning as that of paper towels. These are not only suitable for money savings but also reduce environment stain and keep it clean.
NEWSPAPER:
Do you still get the newspaper? For smaller spills, cleaning up with old newspapers maybe thanks to using them again before they hit the recycle bin. Also, windows are often cleaned thereupon beautiful streak-free shine using old newspapers and a few kinds of vinegar during a spray bottle.
So use these piles of the old newspaper as paper towel alternatives for cleaning spills and other purposes. Newspapers can be used for windows and mirrors cleaning and dusting. It gives shine to the window.
CLOTH NAPKINS:
For its high quality of absorbency, cotton clothes can be used as alternatives to paper towels.
ADVANTAGES:
- It is cheaper than other things that can be used in place of paper towels.
- Reuseable product for cleaning and dusting.
- Different varieties of cloth napkins can be chosen.
- Cloth napkins can be available in different colors.
DISADVANTAGES:
- No wrinkle resistant
- Easily take away from its real appearance
- Washing instruction varies from product to product
SPONGES:
Sponges have a high level of absorbency. It soaks up water with great efficiency. It has scouring pads that clean up the dried spills.
ADVANTAGES:
- Sponges are made from natural materials mostly.
- They can be purchased from a variety of vendors.
- Cost-efficient product
DISADVANTAGES:
- Sponges collect bacterias.
- It can not last for much time.
CHAMBRAY NAPKINS:
Chambray napkins are important for their elegance. They are more absorbent than paper towels.
ADVANTAGES:
- Less expensive
- Chambray cloths can be available in different colors.
- Elaborate designs for decorative purposes
- They are made from highly durable materials.
- Fringe on its edge adds stylistic appeal.
DISADVANTAGES:
- Not wrinkle resistant
- Sometimes it becomes more expensive than paper towels.
WOOD CELLULOSE TOWEL:
This is also known as a Swedish towel.
Wood cellulose paper towel is made from cotton and wood cellulose mixup.
ADVANTAGES:
- Biodegradable
- Combustible
- Natural material production
- Maintain scrubbing power
- Effective cleaning
MICROFIBER CLOTHING:
Make the transition from paper towel to microfiber cleaning cloths is effective. It can be used spills, messes, cleaning and countertops.
ADVANTAGES:
- Fairly cheap
- 25 packs of it can be bought for 10$
- Extremely popular on amazon for its reviews
DISADVANTAGES:
- Not as effective as advertised
- Not durable
UNPAPER TOWEL:
Unpaper towel is similar to the paper towel but it has towel strung together.
ADVANTAGES:
- Handmade versions are available
- Different colors and styles
- Cost-efficient
DISADVANTAGES:
- Require special washing instructions
- Wash requires frequently
LINEN BAGS:
They also can keep bread fresher for much longer than simply wrapping it in a paper towel, and I feel that these are also important advantages and disadvantages of this type of product:
ADVANTAGES
- Easy to carry the linen bags
- Available in any colors and styles
- Handmade
- Cost-efficient
DISADVANTAGES:
- Easily damaged during washing
BEESWAX WRAPS:
Beeswax wraps are food wraps consist of coated fabrics. It is made by mixing food grade beeswax with cotton. It helps in keeping food fresh.
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